14 Best No-CGI Car Chase Action Movies of All Time

[@mlb5525]

Glad you included The Driver. It has some classic car chases and when he demonstrates his driving ability by destroying the Benz is an all time classic scene.

[@uprebel5150]

I grew up watching these chase scenes so the modern CGI ones always look fake too me.

[@myonen4402]

This

[@toddaulner5393]

Yes! Fake is fake! Hit them in the pocketbook by not watching them!!!

[@alexanderpatrick4866]

No doubt

[@chlorophyll6154]

My man

[@DanTheMailman330]

When Elwood Blues removed his hat in respect for the Bluesmobile I always shed a tear.

[@scooterdogg7580]

They ruined car chases with over the top cringey fast and furious CGI crap

[@pucknhusker9426]

And most people say the acting was bad back in the old days, yet go on about F and F. I tried to watch the first one but made about twenty mins in before turning it off. I think they have made a lot more of them but no doubt utter trash like the first.

[@peterconnor4193]

​@@pucknhusker9426simply no true, not even close, they got way way worse

[@jimsmalleimb7709]

Yes.

[@extremedrivr]

​@@pucknhusker9426I actually liked the first 3 but after that the plot began to change and it wasn't really about the racing anymore

[@toddaulner5393]

I did not watch after the 3rd movie.

[@heavenhelpus479]

The best part of the "Bullitt" chase is when the dude driving the Charger sees that Mustang in his rearview as it pops up.

[@carguybikeguy]

Yeah. I can feel this. My dad introduced me to Bullit. He actually grabbed my shoulder and leaned toward the TV when the belt buckles clicked; “Here it is!!!” He was just as much the kid as I still am when I see it.

[@mikeschneider5077]

The best part of Bullitt isn't the chase itself (which merely OK), but Lalo Schifrin's soundtrack (and the version in the film is different than the "Prelude to a Chase" album-track).

[@uprebel5150]

McQueen is also the King of motorcycle chases in The Great Escape.

[@arthurmchugh5184]

Dave ekins is the rider that made the jump !!😊😊😊😊

[@anthonynelson9136]

@@arthurmchugh5184 Yup.

[@TheButlerNZ]

@@arthurmchugh5184 I believe it was Dave's brother Bud. Watch "On any Sunday" and you can appreciate McQueen's skill.

[@TheButlerNZ]

I believe Steve was also the German chasing him(self?) on the sidecar...

[@C.Brown5150]

Classic.. 👍

[@sirhands65]

The last scene of dirty Mary crazy Larry. Is in the opening credits of the TV show The Fall Guy. Just a piece of useless trivia but it's true.😊😊

[@drunvert]

Im not the kind to kiss and tell, but I've been seen w Farrah.

[@AudioFreq-k3q]

@@drunvert She was from Corpus Christi. Nice beach house of her parents on Ocean Drive.

[@trance9158]

Dirty Mary Crazy Larry is my all time favorite old school car chase movies. I was crushed at the ending

[@dougbrowne9890]

So were they.

[@PhantomMortuary]

"Nothing can stop us now"

[@jameseubanks1817]

Never lift!

[@BobWills-j2y]

did you catch that scene in the fallguy intos?

[@JeffAllison]

Interesting that Bourne in the mini cooper performed many of the same stunts that made the original "Italian Job" movie so great. Cool car, cool stunts.

[@baylessnow]

The 'real' Italian Job, not the American makeover.

[@VauxhallViva1975]

Yes, they were an amazing little car, and the handling was so good when raced or rallied - or as shown in both The Italian Job and The Bourne Identity. They were never designed to be that good when raced or souped-up and pushed hard, but my God.....what a brilliant little car the classic mini was. I own a clubman, but I would never treat the poor old girl like the did in those films. NZ even produced their own road movie using a classic mini - Goodbye Pork Pie. A NZ classic.

[@scotmandel6699]

@@baylessnow I've never seen it they never play in on any station that I can remember.

[@garyszewc3339]

​@@scotmandel6699 I've seen it a few times in the last year. I think it was on the "Movies" channel, or MEtv. Same with original Ocean's Eleven.

[@skibootdier9488]

Dodge Charger. Hollywood's favorite car-chase car..

[@ScottyColoradoKid]

Vanishing Point....still the best...but Im biased as I was in it (was just an extra here in Denver)

[@kowalski3769]

Thank you for your service!! Couldn't have done it without you.

Best car video I have seen a long time. Presentation and editing are great. Most agree that "Bullitt" is the best car chase scene but I still have to stick with the original Gone In 60 Seconds chase. That one is off the charts.

[@hawkmoon419]

I knew you'd have to have the Blues Brothers in there. I've read that the sequence on lower Wacker Drive was filmed at speed.

[@splender88]

I have always been a huge car chase fan R.I.P. Bill Hickman. I wouldn't waste one minute of my time watching a CGI chase it looks cartoonish and it ain't foolin nobody!

[@mikespain8655]

Notice how many of these great car chase scenes are older. Great stuff!

[@DjNikGnashers]

The Blues Brothers is (in my opinion) the best film ever made. It has everything, amazing car chases, the best music, and great comedy.

[@clarencewalker3925]

Bill Hickman and Cary Loftin were two of the best stunt drivers in Hollywood. RIP

[@fman4234]

My favorite chase movie is Duel in that there was more intensity in the drama of the hunt and chase. Action scenes notwithstanding but constant action and crashing doesn't necessarily make a good movie. In Duel, the whole movie was a hunt and chase scene but it was as intense as any chase scene movie I know of - for most of the movie! That is, Duel worked as it focused on the drama of the chase without majestic and exaggerated music and without the constant crashy action. Kinda like Jaws - that movie was scary as h*ll with very few actual shark action scenes - like when the shark "'appeared" during the singing of "Show Me the Way to go Home." Friggin' one of the scariest movie scenes ever!

[@toddaulner5393]

Duel had to hurt the sales of that car.

[@gordowg1wg145]

@@toddaulner5393 I'd be surprised - for a "base model" car it took a lot of punishment, and i doubt more than a handful of potential buyers would have seen the movie. About the only actual negative was it "overheating" like that!

[@martinmcc.6237]

A great look back on some great movies. It's amazing what stunt drivers did in those days.

[@RoverIAC]

Crazy Larry switches between a 68 and 69 charger. Notice the grill center bar disappear.

[@garyszewc3339]

And side markers are different.

[@joequillun7790]

Maybe not a car "chase" movie per se, but to me the most authentic, and realistic car movie was 2 lane black top. The sounds, and most of the terminology was as accurate as any Hollywood car movie ever made. Maybe the plot, and acting sucked, but the car scenes, and drag racing was spot on. But to me, the best car movie, was American Graffiti. Pretty good acting, story line, and car scenes. When ever we left the drive-in, after watching these movies, the outside roads were scarred for life. :)

[@ahab8997]

You went to the drive-in and actually watched the movie? 😊

[@gregggoss2210]

Two Lane Blacktop is a great movie. A cult classic. Warren Oates played his part perfectly. One of my favorites that didn't make the list was White Lightning.

[@fman4234]

@ 7:26 Academy award to the stunt woman - acting like a bad actor - acting like an old lady. Brilliant!

[@jimcurt99]

Mad Max is my favorite- but Bullitt (sp?) is the all time great... so there's that

[@brokensmilephoto]

Dirty Mary's ending was very creative and I'm surprised it's not been duplicated. Was surprised to see the movie included in the list as many people over look it.

[@CycolacFan]

The studio wanted the possibility of a sequel. The director didn’t.

[@FunkyGOB]

Vanishing point both the original and the 1997 remake share a similar ending to DMCL. The original Gone in 60 Seconds was edited for overseas release to end immediately after the big finale jump to imply Eleanor was broken and Maidrian Pace was caught. I like those endings too. A little bleak but more realistic than heroes ALWAYS escaping.

[@trance9158]

My favorite old time movie

[@tonybrandon1968]

Dirty Mary and Crazy Larry was one of the first movies to make a lasting impression on me as a young boy.

[@marktoken6052]

I saw Dirty Mary & Crazy Larry when it originally came out. I had a HUGE crush on Susan George ❤❤❤😍

[@johnmullins6037]

I did to but..... I was only TEN!

[@johnmullins6037]

I did too... But I was only TEN!

[@MichaelWagner-o3i]

Vanishing Point was my all time favorite, loved the storyline, loved the car and loved the chase RIP Barry Newman. Not that horrible remake either!!!

[@bretbaker8387]

Sweet, Luv'ed that video, Took Me Back to when Times were Simpler & an the Cars were Cars, My Props to You Sir👍

[@ElusiveMasquerade]

You sound like JP Sears. I love that channel

[@fgm1197]

This is what i hate about hollywood these days. Everything even the simplest scenes are CGI. As if that wasn't bad enough, everything is completely unrealistic, exaggerated and often completely stupid.

[@ronaldmiller2740]

MAG ,, GREAT VIDEO!! AND ALL GREAT MOVIES,,.. GREAT OLD CARS... THX>

[@petedoug]

Well done! I was afraid you would miss the French Connection

[@thomaschristopher8593]

i thought to myself: if i don't see the french connection i am going to be pissed.

[@JuanGamer0202]

I'm gald you included Duel, Its such a good movie with a simple premisse, the people who say "the plot doesnt make sence" they probably never went into a long road trip, I remember the numerous times we had close calls in family, we once got a semi truck to force us into the opossite lane, we couldnt help but ask in the car "did he intend to kill us?". This movie is relatable, and the whole thing about being in the midle of nowhere and no phones cuz its the 70s, this just adds to the suspence, I end up eating my nails everytime I watch it.

[@jaimeres]

Gone In 60 Seconds will always be #1 with me.

[@fman4234]

I assume you mean the #1 GI60S from the early '70's. I saw that one in the theater. As a kid, ya, that was, well , you know.

[@elfthreefiveseven1297]

First real chase movie I seen in the theaters is also my number 1 with The Junkman also by H. B. Halicki as my number 2

[@2esc2esc]

Gone in 60 seconds with 121 cars destroyed couldn't have been too low a budget.

[@ahab8997]

​@@2esc2esc: My #1. But, must admit my heart was breaking watching the destruction 😅.

[@scotmandel6699]

@@2esc2esc depends cars were pretty cheap back than.

[@lewispaine4589]

Made even more impressive by the fact the cars used in these movies were heavy, had not-so-great brakes and handling, but still took a beating and kept going with skilled drivers.

[@solid-state]

Good to see some love for "Short Time" :)

[@gregf1349]

Carey loftin was the stunt man of all time and never will be beaten

[@dearbrad1996]

Watching this brought a tear to my eye seeing those beautiful cars being destroyed. There's not too many around and they're expensive. I can see why.

[@nickmaclachlan5178]

Yeah, but they were cheap and plentiful back then.....

[@bradwilliams1691]

Cary Loftin was also the anonymous truck driver in Steven Spielberg's Duel.

[@The_R-n-I_Guy]

I've always wanted an original Mini. Watching them race against bigger cars with bigger engines and hold their own is amazing

[@N9IBZED]

AWESOME MOVIES!!!!! At least the ones I've seen anyway and thanks for a few more to add to my list of must see films at some point

[@GregB419]

Aaahhh the glory days of pure cinematic glory!!🤘😝💥💨💯

[@icarusdb58]

you mean when movies were actually more realistic with better actors . also both actors , movies of today are all garbage , plus most is marvel crap . watch the wiggles

[@vs9272]

Excellent script writing and narration!!

[@kuntakinte4333]

6:23 Entwicklungsabteilung der Mercedes-Benz AG beim Entwurf des 190.

[@thequadzillaking]

Just watched Duel last week.

[@DNulrammah]

Footage of the ending of "Dirty Mary & Crazy Larry" was used in the opening of "The Fall Guy" TV series. Also, The ending of "Duel" was used in an episode of "The Incredible Hulk" TV series. I read/heard that Spielberg was not happy about that.

[@BrainDamageComedy]

io mean, who wouldnt want to be associated with the hulk tv series! LMAOOOOOOO

[@dalezegarelli5553]

Great editing...

[@MagnaLume]

Thank you so much for your comment. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@guypehaim1080]

Steve McQueen actually participated in real racing. I saw him compete a Sebring, Florida.😊

[@paulne1514]

The first Gone in 60 seconds, only1 mustang was used up until the last jump. ( the driver had a crushed spine after that jump) The car still exists today, with his family owning the car. It still starts and drives.

[@JoaoPaulo-lr6wh]

The Blues Brothers 🤟 EPIC

[@arthurmchugh5184]

Susan George is a piece of art 🎨 😂😂😂

[@kurtb8474]

Great list! I rewatch most of these movies just for the car chases.

[@markalan2829]

I'm so glad to see you included the 'Short Time' car chase in your list. One of the best chase scenes ever filmed and no one ever mentions it. The rest of the movie is pretty good too.

[@LICobra]

Bullitt and Vanishing Point were always my 2 favorites although not in that order...

[@TimMacPA]

It's about time Duel got it's due! I remember when this premiered and it has stayed with me for over 50 years.

[@RiC3R69]

The Driver is Awesome

[@chrismurphy8383]

The Blues backflip was done for real? Wow, who knew. Oh, yeah - all of us. Still a great movie, mind

[@ScottRossProductions]

The helicopter work in DMCL is the best ever put on film...

[@ScottC-od6fh]

The only other great use of a helicopter/car on film ,The Spy who loved Me . Another epic chase

[@kallsop2]

Especially when you see it make that tight left and then nise down run and realize the blade tips are about 6 feet from the ground.

[@jeffwenberg4321]

Duel was brilliant!

[@terrylandess6072]

I'd like to throw an honorable mention to the beginning of Beverly Hills Cop with the Semi hauling a trailer of cigarettes being chased through some tight streets resulting in some impressive damage.

[@davidbranch1077]

@ 0:38....Imagine all wheel staring, these cars would get in and out of tight corners and spaces very quickly. Not mention out preform most cop cars. I love smaller faster cars, Hatchbacks and is currently looking for them to buy. I'm happy to see this video, and all the great movies we've might have missed.. Great work..💙💯👍 Time stamped 3:54am(4-1-24)

[@vs9272]

Awesome! All my faves.

[@MrFantasia40]

loved this video Bullit is my all time favorite and liked that you included Duel probably the first road rage movie ever made

Best one ever was "Short Time" 1990

[@rogerwachal3718]

In Highland Illinois, saw a white 1971 dodge challenger, with vanspt on the license plate

[@Itsthatoneguy371]

Short time was a big surprise of how enjoyable it was. I was home sick from school and it was on HBO or showtime and nothing else was.

[@zornslemon]

This is also the list of my favorite movies

[@1teamski]

Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry's ending stunned the hell out of me as a kid and it still does 50 years later. My parents were quite naive taking us smaller kids to movies like this one.....

[@resynthesizer4565]

Pretty darn good list.

[@kingscorpion7346]

I was 10 years old when I saw Dirty Mary and Crazy Larry at the drive-in theater, and I cried at the end, not because they died, but because the Dodge Charger exploded!

[@mdsuave13]

I'm happy to see the Blues Brothers in there.. Possibly the most perfect movie ever.

[@Krisisawake]

Vanishing point is a great movie. It's about freedom. Very good !

[@Educatingben]

I love the unlikely choices of movies that you chose for great Chase scenes. I own the movie "short time" with Coleman because I remembered how fun it was. A guy who thinks that he's dying decides to try to get killed on the job in order to protect his wife and kid. Whatever he did he could not kill himself. It was a great film. Dabney Coleman is a great actor.! Smoky and the bandit is another great film that I own and watch at least twice a year. Jackie Gleeson was priceless. Whatever people said about the movie when they saw it, it did amazing at the box office.

[@markduffield1147]

Cool scene's

[@iancanuckistan2244]

French Connection and Bullit had the best chase scenes period

[@fman4234]

Agree in that there weren't too many gratuitous props - like crashing into flower carts, sidewalk cafes, or the ubiquitous and trite - running into guys crossing the street carrying giant plate glass.

[@mybestfriendisamonkey173]

The original minis are no joke. But they didn't have in Breakneck acceleration or high horsepower they were small light nimble and little monsters basically

[@vampfashions]

I bought a brown version of the lovely red Plymouth Reliant in 1989. It was one of my favourite cars, along 2 64 Chevs, a 53 Dodge and a 53 Chev. Still have 10 on my "shopping list" lol.

[@argon5806]

TV show "Chips" had massive car pile ups and Dukes of Hazzard had some jumps. Duel awesome move

[@mancima]

That was a great era, when we had awesome car chases in movies and TV. Everything from The Streets of San Francisco to The Rockford files. Nothing like that today.

[@lewiskemp5893]

East bound and down.. I had a 79 Formula Firebird with a 455 someone put in. Best driving song ever

[@larrysutton925]

Yes East bound and down is a great one...I would also recommend Deep Purples' Highway Star as well! Almost bought a '78 Formula Firebird (yellow with black decals) but the car dealer would not take my nice '73 Cutlass as a trade in for the down payment-maybe he did not trust a 17 year old kid to pay off the rest of the car note...bummer! Wound up getting a '76 Rally Sport Camaro so it all worked out in the end. Great memories in that car😊!

[@RiC3R69]

French Connection's Train Chase Scene Reminds Me of the similar thing in one of the Missions in Driver 2 PS1

[@SteveM1959]

Glad to see Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry on this list. Great car chases, but very overlooked movie. I remember most of these films and I'm glad to say I've never seen 1 Fast'n Ridiculous film.

[@haroldbirge6881]

🏆🍀Awesome 👀✌️

[@413x398]

Kudos to whoever wrote the narration!

[@darnielarnold9298]

I also like the classic Bond car chases, which would fit good in here. 😉 I hope they keep doing them for real. At least as real as todays habits and expectations let go through.

[@danabeckham7461]

All of these are good ones....back when car chase where good....

[@fman4234]

The Jason Bourne, Mini Cooper scenes were good until they brought out drive-through-the-perfectly-timed-plate-of-glass gag. Really, that was overdone back in the 1960's! Ok, it was a plate glass door this time but, nah, that's still the same trite gag. Surprised they also didn't hit a farm truck with chickens and a fruit cart.

[@PhantomMortuary]

I love the short time chase

[@EvanMoon]

2:20 gone in 60 seconds - it was an accident to hit the power pole. They had to fix the car after that, but they left the crash in the movie, and after the big jump, the throttle was stuck on causing him to do another spin

[@W4STJ]

I personally think the chase in The Seven Ups is one of the best..

[@kevinrice7635]

Bullet and French connection my pick as the best 🎉two ever ❤

[@Friedbrain11]

Vanishing Point!!!!

[@chuckselvage3157]

Smokey and the Bandit ah yes directed by the stuntman Hal Needham. Classic.

[@LambchopBuilds]

RIP Burt Simpson...awesome movie.

[@adventuresofabbott4374]

Im happy you didnt number or rank them.

[@freqenc]

Can't recall the last GOOD film. Maybe back in 2000s. Corner the market, satisfy everyone. Nope, take the "L"!

[@gordowg1wg145]

Other than "Short time", which i don't recall, I've seen them all several times - some on original release in the theatres.

[@BobWills-j2y]

The smokey and the bandit craze caused GM to include a CB radio to be a factory option in the 1978 Trans Am

[@x808drifter]

What's sad is the "route" used in Vanishing Point is easily done legally in less than 36hrs. And that includes sleeping a full 8 on the trip. Plus gas/food stops too. Yes that also includes the backtracking in the film. The long route is a measly 27hrs. The short is only 18hrs. And that's all the way to San Fran.

[@flnthrn2]

Are you including time spent with a girl on a motorcycle ?

[@kevins90sc]

I remember watching .."The Italian Job" and thinking these "Little Cars are Awesome....

[@jasonstarnes3838]

Cgi killed car flics.

[@deadmanschest4322]

CGI _and_ insurance companies!